captainron55746
Registered User
Hibbing, Minnesota
Just suppose someone was considering putting a Texas O-550 in the 180 on floats with the new engine mount and Black Mac prop, just suppose. I, er they, couldn't use the O-470 for a core. What could a guy sell the prop-engine-mount package for? Details are 1976 O-470S in a J model 180. 88" McCauley seaplane prop less than 50 since overhaul and new prop governor. Less than 500 hours on engine since major. Engine is balanced and blueprinted with 2000 total time and is as smooth as silk. No problems or issues with the engine. Engine went 100 hours over TBO on first run without any internal work or top end service which is not typical for bush operations on floats wheels and skiis. I was told I have a good one and not to let it get away from me. I could use the extra power on floats. The total cost for a project like this will depend on what I can get for my package if I decide to do that. Thoughts?
Captain Ron
Captain Ron